Lead Cook, Banquets (Caesars New Orleans)

Caesars Entertainment•New Orleans, LA

10h

About The Position

JOIN A TEAM THAT GOES ALL-IN ON YOU Caesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel is a destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to deliver extraordinary experiences for our guests. Are you ready to join a team that embraces a family culture, blazes the trail, and commits to delivering Family-Style Service at every turn? We want you to become an integral part of our vision to create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. Become a part of our winning team and bring your fun spirit along with you! ABOUT THE ROLE: The Lead Banquet Cook prepares and produces menu items to recipe standards in a quick and efficient manner. Assists in the managing of the day-to-day operation of the assigned function (Food Hall) in accordance with established policies and procedures. Assists in the administration of training programs within the assigned function; counsels, guides, and instructs personnel in the proper performance of their duties. Coordinates the maintenance and development of methods for quality preparation of food; assists in the maintenance of procedures for food service and presents menu items for maximum customer satisfaction. Ensures that available facilities are adequate for the performance of duties by assigned personnel. Assists in maintaining and instructing assigned personnel as to safety policies and procedures and follows up to ensure hazards are eliminated. Monitors the appearance of food served and communicates deviations from standard to the Kitchen Manager. Shows skills in grade manager, broiler, sauté stations, saucier, and large quantity cooking according to recipe specifications. Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to do the same. Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental, and company policies. Demonstrates Harrah’s Spotlight 5 behaviors: Initiates Friendly Greeting, Smiles and Makes Eye Contact, Demonstrates Upbeat and Positive Attitude, Checks for Satisfaction, and Provides a Warm Farewell.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques.
Local Health Department sanitation certificate.
3+ years prior experience as Prep Cook or Fast Food Cook.
Manual dexterity includes using kitchen utensils and handling of food items.
Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques.
Local Health Department sanitation certificate.
1 year prior experience as Prep Cook or Fast Food Cook.
Mobility and dexterity to move large, heavy objects up to 100 pounds.
Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils and handling of food items.

Responsibilities

Prepares and produces menu items to recipe standards
Manages day-to-day operation of the assigned function
Assists in the administration of training programs
Counsels, guides, and instructs personnel
Coordinates the maintenance and development of methods for quality preparation of food
Maintains procedures for food service
Presents menu items for maximum customer satisfaction
Ensures that available facilities are adequate for the performance of duties
Assists in maintaining and instructing assigned personnel as to safety policies and procedures
Monitors the appearance of food served
Communicates deviations from standard to the Kitchen Manager
Acts as a role model to other employees
Meets the attendance guidelines of the job
Adheres to regulatory, departmental, and company policies
Demonstrates Harrah’s Spotlight 5 behaviors
Prepare items such as but not limited to soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, breakfast items and desserts.
Prepares cooks and seasons all food.
Follows all recipe standards.
Ensures each order sent out is consistent with recipe specifications.
Controls food production to include: proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.
Prepares for a rush period of work without getting behind.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment.